NEW DELHI: Adobe has brought on board noted computer scientist Anandan Padmanabhan to head its big data experience Lab in Bengaluru as vice president, Adobe Research. Padmanabhan, who in his previous role was the managing director of research outreach at Microsoft will lead the company’s big data research initiatives in the region which includes data mining, machine learning, social network analysis, mobile experience and content intelligence technologies. These areas are big focus zones for Adobe as it charts the new frontiers of its growth.

Shriram Revankar, VP & Fellow, Adobe Research Big Data Experience Lab said, “Adobe has always been at the forefront of cutting edge technology innovations, and our Research Labs in India have been instrumental in developing product innovations that are today driving the company’s growth worldwide. Our Research Labs in Bengaluru attract some of the best talent in the industry, and we are delighted to strengthen our team with a computer scientist and visionary of the caliber of Dr. Padmanabhan." He added that Padmanabhan's vast experience, knowledge and pioneering work will significantly contribute to Adobe’s commitment to transforming digital experiences, and boost its R&D innovations out of India.

He will report to Revankar, Head of BEL globally, who will continue to lead Adobe’s big data research at the Bengaluru and San Jose locations. Padmanabhan has more than 20 years of valuable research experience which has resulted in numerous patents, academic papers and recognition in the form of several awards in computer vision.

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